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BALE KING VR581 Hay Rake Operator's & Parts Manual Last Updated: April 18, 2019 Bridgeview Manufacturing Inc. P.O. Box 4 Gerald, Saskatchewan, Canada S0A 1B0 Phone: 1-306-745-2711 Fax: 1-306-745-3364 Email: bmi@sasktel.net www.bridgeviewmanufacturing.com Bridgeview Manufacturing Inc.
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Your Authorized Dealer Your Serial Number The Serial Number is located on the front of the hitch beam behind the manual holder. Bridgeview Manufacturing Inc.
1 INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing your new Bale King hay rake from Bridgeview Manufacturing. With the proper operation and service as outlined in this manual, this rake will provide years of trouble-free operation. The VR581 hay rake is a 12-wheel, V-style rake specially suited for windrowed hay.
550 lb Ensure that road restrictions do not prohibit these dimensions, and that the towing vehicle and hitch are properly rated for the weight (both gross and tongue). DO NOT EXCEED 20 mph (32 km/h) DURING TRANSPORT. Bridgeview Manufacturing Inc.
To insert the safety locks, raise the rake wheels to their highest position, then insert the pin as shown. Make sure that this is done for both lift rods. Store pin in other hole when not required. Bridgeview Manufacturing Inc.
If this does not help, tighten the brakes further until the problem no longer occurs. IMPORTANT: Ensure that the spring is loosened back off before operation or the rake will be very difficult to turn or back up. Bridgeview Manufacturing Inc.
For faster operating conditions, rake wheel spring pressure can be increased to prevent excess bouncing of the tines. Under normal conditions, the rake wheel pressure should be approximately 15 lb. Bridgeview Manufacturing Inc.
(see left) that allow the spring to be loosened or tightened. This should be done only in the case that one wheel is significantly different weight than the others. Excess threads beyond the nut MUST be trimmed to avoid bottoming out. Bridgeview Manufacturing Inc.
S/N 3297 & up IMPORTANT: For maximum turning radius, ensure that the tractor's drawbar is in its most extended position. If the pin still does not stick out past the tires, a drawbar extension may be required. Bridgeview Manufacturing Inc.
These wheels are a direct replacement to the standard wheels, and can be replaced at any time (in any quantity). Model Kit # VR581 RMT Rake Wheel - Left 31292 VR581 RMT Rake Wheel - Right 31293 Bridgeview Manufacturing Inc.
The Bale King hay rake can be outfitted with an extension kit to add 1 rake wheel to each side, allowing the rake to cover a wider area. This kit can be purchased from Bridgeview Manufacturing or a registered dealer, and can be installed in a short amount of time.
Warranty does not cover damaged rims and hubs due to loose wheel bolts. Ensure that the wheel bolt torque is checked after the first hour of use. Tire warranty is covered by the tire manufacturer. See your local tire dealer for service and replacement. Bridgeview Manufacturing Inc.
NOTE: For ease of greasing, all zerks are accessed from the outside of the rake. The rake should be either fully closed or fully open (including rear width) for best access to fittings (C) and (D). Bridgeview Manufacturing Inc.
• Insert the replacement tine in the opposite way from removal. • Reinsert bolt and tighten. • PART #16092 RMT Wheels Rubber mounted tines are replaced in pairs without any further disassembly required. Bridgeview Manufacturing Inc.
Left and right as used in the parts book is as viewed from the rear of the rake looking in the direction of travel. Parts Book Sections Section Description Gooseneck Hitch Beams and Scissor Rear Frame Boom Arms Rake Wheel Assembly Decals Hydraulics Electrical Bridgeview Manufacturing Inc.
Nut, 3/8" Nylon Lock 10806 Bolt, 1/2 x 2-1/4" 11820 Width Indicator Decal 23011 Nut, 1/2" Nylon Lock 10241 # S/N VR3373 & below. If a longer needle is desired, both parts 3 & 4 must be replaced. Bridgeview Manufacturing Inc.
Dust Cap 16308 * NOTE: Hub (14) comes with grease zerk (16) and bearing cups (13,15) installed # NOTE: See your local tire dealership for replacement or repairs Quantities are per assembly as shown. Left side shown. Bridgeview Manufacturing Inc.
Nut, 1/4" Serrated Flange Lock Washer, 5/16" Sign Mounting Bracket Tapered Mounting Bracket Plastic Sign Carriage Bolt, 5/16 x 5/8" Screw, 1/4 x 5/8" * NOTE: Individual parts not sold separately. Not all parts in kit are used. Bridgeview Manufacturing Inc.
4.4 Boom Arm Assembly 4.4.1 Boom Arm Assembly Bridgeview Manufacturing Inc.
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20888 Roll Pin, 1/4 x 2" 15872 Grease Zerk 16364 Side Caster Support 581 24502 Hose Clamp 28585 Riser Arm 581 Left 22237 Hose Clamp Top 22182 Riser Arm 581 Right 22238 Bolt, 5/16 x 1-3/8" 22183 Bridgeview Manufacturing Inc.
28843 Hairpin 16363 Flat Washer, 1" 14472 Lift Rod Bushing 16099 Cotter Pin, 3/16 x 1-1/2" 10072 * NOTE: Comes with clevis (3) and nut (4) @ NOTE: Comes with jam nuts # NOTE: Comes with hairpin Bridgeview Manufacturing Inc.
# NOTE: See local tire dealership for replacement or repairs Quantities are per assembly as shown. Left side shown. For right side, install fork opposite direction. Wheel nuts installed with cone IN, air valve same side as wheel nuts. Bridgeview Manufacturing Inc.
Nut, 1/2" Stover Lock 14393 * NOTE: Hub (11) comes with wheel studs (20), grease zerk (13), and bearing cups (12) installed. Quantities are per assembly as shown. Left side shown. Torque wheel nuts to 90 ft-lb Bridgeview Manufacturing Inc.
Complete Right Wheel Outer Ring 22055 Center Disk Left 22053 Nut, 3/8" Stover Flange 17844 Center Disk Right 22731 Carriage Bolt, 3/8 x 1" 15718 Wind Guard 22054 NOTE: Left hand shown. Quantities are for each wheel. Bridgeview Manufacturing Inc.
RMT Wheel Frame 31291 Bolt, 1/4 x 1” Truss-Head 32106 Wind Guard 32106 Washer, 5/16” Fender 32148 RMT Tine 31234 Nut, 1/4” 12904 Bolt, 3/8 x 1” 13806 NOTE: Left hand shown. Quantities are for each wheel. Bridgeview Manufacturing Inc.
10240 Spring Slide Rod 16493 Roll Pin, 3/16 x 1-1/4" 10302 Flat Washer, 5/8" 16652 Lock Washer, 5/8” 10276 Nut, 5/8” Nylon Lock Rake Wheel Spring 16095 10364 Spring Retainer Block 16100 NOTE: Quantities are per assembly. Bridgeview Manufacturing Inc.
13561 Rake Control Box Decal 23296 4-pin Trailer Plug 24691 5/16 x 3" Socket Head 11783 4-pin Tractor Plug 24690 5/16" Serrated Flange Nut 11814 Bolt *NOTE: Control box (4) comes with switch (11), and plugs (12),(13). Bridgeview Manufacturing Inc.
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